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At Southern Wesleyan, we understand the needs and commitments of busy adults. Our career-ready online programs are specifically designed to allow you to earn a degree online while still meeting your personal and professional responsibilities.

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Southern Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered, student focused learning community dedicated to transforming lives by challenging students to be dedicated scholars and servant leaders who impact the world for Christ.

Online MSML in Project and Quality Management

Plan, Lead and Execute Projects and Teams for Organizational Success

The Online MSML with Project and Quality Management concentration is designed to prepare you for careers in total quality management, project management, business analyst, quality control management, project controlling, and project implementation management. Pursuing this concentration will focus on project management, human factors and team management dynamics, and total quality management. Individuals with a leadership inclination and oriented toward task management will benefit greatly from this specialization.

The online M.S. in Management and Leadership degree program is designed for current and aspiring leaders in a variety of organizations. This program focuses on key areas of management integrated with the best leadership practices. Unlike a traditional MBA that often includes a broad knowledge from a variety of business disciplines, our MS in Management and Leadership hones in on the knowledge and skills for you to lead teams and organizations effectively and build alliances from a Christ-centered perspective. Lessons and concepts from the classroom can be immediately applied in workplaces and organizations.

As a MS in Management and Leadership student, you will gain skills in strategic planning, organizational development, information management and effective decision-making. You will participate in management exercises and learn to apply theory to practice in a way that addresses real-world business problems. You will discover a clear perception of management ethics based on Christian principles and the ability to use collaborative techniques in project development and completion. The program focuses on Christian servant leadership principles, the management of tangible and intangible resources within various organizational cultures and how to effectively achieve organizational goals and objectives.

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At a Glance

Program Credit Hours36 credits (12 courses)

Course Length7 weeks per course

Average Completion Time24 months

Program FormatOnline

Cost per credit hour$565

Total Cost$20,340

* Total Cost (cost per credit hour x total credit hours) is provided to aid in program comparison only. All stated financial information is subject to change. Total Cost does not include book and material costs.

AccreditationSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Final Examination — At the end of the program, students may be required to complete a comprehensive examination designated by the program. Students should consult the School of Business for specific details and requirements.

Career Preparation

Strong leadership and management skills are essential to the growth of successful organizations. The MSML in Project and Quality Management prepares you for a broad range of positions but focuses on the growing project management career field in a variety of industries, including job titles such as:

Admission Requirements for Master of Science in Management and Leadership

Experience in a healthcare setting of at least one year (healthcare administration concentration student only)

GPA of 2.7 or better on all undergraduate coursework or on the final 60 hours of undergraduate coursework

If GPA is less than 2.7 but better than 2.5, students may be granted conditional admission if approved by the Admission Committee

If GPA is less than 2.5 and upon approval of the Admission Committee, students may take the GMAT and present a score of 450 or greater for consideration. Admission to the program is not guaranteed by taking the GMAT.

Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work

Applicants for whom English is a second language, applicant must submit an official TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test) or equivalent evidence of proficiency in English.

If you have any questions regarding admission requirements for your degree program, please contact an admissions representative at 877-644-5557 or
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